The community psychology doctoral program at 九色视频 offers educational, research and practice experiences in real world community organizations and uses an apprenticeship model of education, giving students extensive experience in community research and practice work groups led by faculty mentors.
About the Program
The Community Psychology Ph.D. program at 九色视频 is designed for individuals committed to advancing social justice and improving community well-being through research, policy, practice, and advocacy. This interdisciplinary program emphasizes the application of psychological principles to address pressing social issues at local, national, and global levels.
Students engage in comprehensive coursework covering community intervention, program evaluation, and social policy, paired with hands-on experience in community settings. The program fosters collaboration with community organizations, equipping graduates with the skills to design and implement evidence-based practices that empower communities and promote social wellbeing.
Our faculty comprises experienced researchers and interventionalists dedicated to mentoring students throughout their academic journey. Graduates emerge as leaders in the field, prepared for careers in academia, public health, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies.
Join us in making a meaningful impact through community-focused research and practice.
Faculty
Our core faculty is composed of both clinical and community psychologists, and our adjunct faculty are drawn from accomplished clinicians in practice in the community.
Applying to the Program
Admission to the program requires a minimum GPA of 3.00, three letters of reference, and a career/goals statement. Application materials must be submitted by January 15. Please follow the directions for application provided on the Psychology Graduate Application page.
Location
Wichita provides a rich setting for our program. As a public university, Wichita State has long-established ties to the core leadership of our human service organizations, our medical and educational training facilities, and local business community. These connections provide excellent resources for outstanding collaborative university-community educational and training experiences.
After Graduation
Our graduates have found employment as researchers at NIH, as faculty members at leading universities, as directors of local agencies, and as innovators in human service organizations throughout the region and nation.
More Information
Interested in applying to our program? Have more questions? Want to be put in contact with a current student or faculty member? Please fill out our short Information Request Form and someone from our Community Psychology Program will get in touch with you.
Program Coordinator
Contact the Community Psychology Doctoral Program Coordinator: Rachael Goodman-Williams, Ph.D., rachael.goodman-williams@wichita.edu